Senior Research Analyst, Rural Health Transformation

Oklahoma Ag; Oklahoma City (OK); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) is seeking a Senior Research Analyst for Rural Health Transformation to support the operational, analytical, compliance, and quality functions of the LTSS & PACE unit. You will conduct complex research, develop dashboards, and provide data-driven insights to guide program operations and policy development.

The role focuses on ensuring data integrity, monitoring performance, and coordinating with stakeholders to sustain federal participation and program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with nine semester hours in statistics, statistical research methods, economics, demographic or social research statistics AND two years of experience in technical statistical and research work.
• A master’s degree in a social science, business administration or public administration which includes nine semester hours of advanced statistical methods.
• Preference: experience in Medicaid, managed care, or integrated healthcare programs.
• Preference: experience with healthcare data analysis, reporting, or program evaluation.
• Proficiency with data tools such as Smartsheets, Excel, Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, analysis, and coordination activities related to PACE and 1915(c) waiver programs.
• Design, produce, and analyze complex reports, dashboards, and data sets to support program operations and decision-making.
• Review data for accuracy, completeness, and trends; develop projections and recommendations based on statistical analysis.
• Support development, interpretation, and implementation of policies, procedures, and program guidance.
• Monitor program performance, provider compliance, and contractual obligations; identify and resolve operational issues.
• Coordinate with internal divisions, providers, contractors, and external stakeholders to support program objectives.
• Assist with preparation of reports for CMS and other regulatory or statutory requirements.
• Support participant safety and quality monitoring activities, including evaluation of program outcomes.
• Prepare materials and presentations for leadership, stakeholders, and public reporting.
• Plan and facilitate trainings, meetings, and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Represent the agency in meetings, conferences, and interagency coordination efforts.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree + stats coursework

Master’s in social science/public admin

Tools

Smartsheets

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) is seeking a Senior Research Analyst for Rural Health Transformation to support the operational, analytical, compliance, and quality functions of the LTSS & PACE unit. You will conduct complex research, develop dashboards, and provide data-driven insights to guide program operations and policy development.

The role focuses on ensuring data integrity, monitoring performance, and coordinating with stakeholders to sustain federal participation and program